136 Benziger Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10301

The two-family house at 136 Benziger Avenue in St. George, owned by Ruth Harrigan, was built in 1960 and has experienced several maintenance issues in recent years, particularly during 2021-2022. The property currently has open violations from 2021-2022 related to multiple housing maintenance code violations, including requirements for wall and ceiling paint, repair of plaster surfaces, and ceramic tiles in the bathroom of the first-floor apartment.

There were also significant plumbing and water-related issues, with violations documented for a basin/sink, water leak, and mold conditions, particularly affecting the bathroom. The building experienced recurring appliance-related problems between 2020-2021, with multiple complaints about the electric/gas range and refrigerator, though most of these complaints were closed without violations, except for two instances in July 2021 where HPD could not gain access for inspection. The property has undergone several inspections and repairs between 2021-2022, with some violations being resolved, particularly those related to water leaks and mold, which were certified between December 2021 and March 2022.

Historical records show that the building passed rodent inspections in 2016 and 2017, suggesting generally acceptable conditions during those years. While many of the 2021 complaints were addressed, the current open violations from March 2022 regarding wall and ceiling conditions, both in the bathroom and foyer areas, indicate some ongoing maintenance challenges. The building was subjected to multiple HPD inspections throughout 2021-2022, with varying levels of violation severity, ranging from Class A (most serious) to Class B.